09 December 2021 Current Affairs Quiz
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9th December 2021 – Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements about VL-SRSAM Missile
1) It is indigenously developed by DRDO
2) It is an Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) with a range of over 5,000 km.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?CorrectVertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile (VL-SRSAM):
It is indigenously developed by DRDO and designed for deployment onboard Indian Naval warships.
It can engage targets at around 15km
It is meant for neutralising various aerial threats at close ranges, including sea-skimming targets, which are assets that fly as close as possible to the sea surface to avoid being detected by the radars onboard warships.
It is expected to replace the older Israeli-made Barak-1 surface to air missile system.
VL-SRSAM is based on “Astra Mark 1 air-to-air missile”, comprising of four short-span long-chord cruciform wings.IncorrectVertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile (VL-SRSAM):
It is indigenously developed by DRDO and designed for deployment onboard Indian Naval warships.
It can engage targets at around 15km
It is meant for neutralising various aerial threats at close ranges, including sea-skimming targets, which are assets that fly as close as possible to the sea surface to avoid being detected by the radars onboard warships.
It is expected to replace the older Israeli-made Barak-1 surface to air missile system.
VL-SRSAM is based on “Astra Mark 1 air-to-air missile”, comprising of four short-span long-chord cruciform wings. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Tourist Circuit
1) It is defined as a route having at least three major tourist destinations which are distinct and apart.
2) Circuits should have well-defined entry and exit points.
3) A Circuit could be confined to a State or could be a regional circuit covering more than one State/Union Territory.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAll the statements are correct.
Tourist Circuit
Tourist Circuit is defined as a route having at least three major tourist destinations which are distinct and apart.
Circuits should have well-defined entry and exit points. A tourist who enters should get motivated to visit most of the places identified in the circuit.
A Circuit could be confined to a State or could be a regional circuit covering more than one State/Union Territory. These circuits may have one dominant theme and other sub-themes.IncorrectAll the statements are correct.
Tourist Circuit
Tourist Circuit is defined as a route having at least three major tourist destinations which are distinct and apart.
Circuits should have well-defined entry and exit points. A tourist who enters should get motivated to visit most of the places identified in the circuit.
A Circuit could be confined to a State or could be a regional circuit covering more than one State/Union Territory. These circuits may have one dominant theme and other sub-themes. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Scheme, who among the following are eligible to avail benefits under the scheme:
1) Workers of Unorganised sector
2) Workers of Organized Sector
3) Members of EPFO/NPS/ESIC
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectPradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Scheme
It is a Voluntary and Contributory Pension Scheme under the purview of the Central Sector Scheme, administered by the Ministry of Labour and Employment and implemented by LIC.
Eligibility:
The scheme is open for Unorganised Workers.
They should not be engaged in the Organized Sector (member of EPFO/NPS/ESIC) or an income taxpayer.
They should be aged between 18-40 years when registering.
Their monthly income should be equal to or less than Rs 15,000 per month.IncorrectPradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Scheme
It is a Voluntary and Contributory Pension Scheme under the purview of the Central Sector Scheme, administered by the Ministry of Labour and Employment and implemented by LIC.
Eligibility:
The scheme is open for Unorganised Workers.
They should not be engaged in the Organized Sector (member of EPFO/NPS/ESIC) or an income taxpayer.
They should be aged between 18-40 years when registering.
Their monthly income should be equal to or less than Rs 15,000 per month. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which among the following countries share border with ‘Ukraine’?
1) Belarus
2) Poland
3) Austria
4) Slovakia
5) Turkey
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectUkraine is bordered by Belarus to the north, Russia to the east, the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea to the south, Moldova and Romania to the southwest, and Hungary, Slovakia, and Poland to the west.
Ukraine on map with neighbouring countries IncorrectUkraine is bordered by Belarus to the north, Russia to the east, the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea to the south, Moldova and Romania to the southwest, and Hungary, Slovakia, and Poland to the west.
Ukraine on map with neighbouring countries - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Malaria
1) It is a mosquito-borne blood disease caused by a Virus
2) Vector control is the main way to prevent and reduce malaria transmission.
3) India accounted for 83 per cent of cases in the WHO South-East Asia Region.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectMalaria
It is a mosquito-borne blood disease caused by plasmodium protozoa. Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
The parasites spread through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.
Disease Prevalence
It is predominantly found in the tropical and subtropical areas of Africa, South America as well as Asia.
Symptoms
Fever and flu-like illness, including shaking chills, headache, muscle aches, and tiredness.Prevention and Cure
It is preventable as well as curable but can be fatal in case of late or no treatment.
Vector control is the main way to prevent and reduce malaria transmission. Hence statement 2 is correct.
Antimalarial medicines are used to prevent malaria e.g. Chemoprophylaxis, Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACT).
India accounted for 83 per cent of cases in the WHO South-East Asia Region. Hence statement 3 is correct.IncorrectMalaria
It is a mosquito-borne blood disease caused by plasmodium protozoa. Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
The parasites spread through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.
Disease Prevalence
It is predominantly found in the tropical and subtropical areas of Africa, South America as well as Asia.
Symptoms
Fever and flu-like illness, including shaking chills, headache, muscle aches, and tiredness.Prevention and Cure
It is preventable as well as curable but can be fatal in case of late or no treatment.
Vector control is the main way to prevent and reduce malaria transmission. Hence statement 2 is correct.
Antimalarial medicines are used to prevent malaria e.g. Chemoprophylaxis, Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACT).
India accounted for 83 per cent of cases in the WHO South-East Asia Region. Hence statement 3 is correct.
